In a series finale against North Dakota State, Northern Colorado's staff recorded 13 strikeouts, matching a season-high, with Jack Tuttle striking out six batters in three innings. Despite an 11-4 setback, UNC's offense boasted 11 hits, with eight of the nine starters getting at least one hit, including Caden Wagner and Jake King with two hits each. Austin Bunn's double tied him for third on the team with five this season, while Zain Zinicola, Carson Gross, Kai Wagner, Jackson Romero, Dalton Miller, and Craig Kenny each contributed a hit. Garret Fisher reached base in three plate appearances, being hit-by-pitch twice and walking once, as UNC prepares to face St. Thomas in the next series.

By the Numbers
  • UNC recorded 13 strikeouts, matching a season-high
  • Austin Bunn tied for third most doubles on the team with five this season
State of Play
  • UNC is set to kick off the second half of Summit League play at St. Thomas followed by a home game against the Air Force Academy
  • The upcoming series against St. Thomas opens at 2 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday games starting at noon MT
What's Next

UNC will face St. Thomas in the next series, starting on Friday, April 19th, in St. Paul, Minnesota, followed by a home game against the Air Force Academy on Tuesday, April 23rd.

Bottom Line

Northern Colorado's staff's strong performance with 13 strikeouts in the series finale showcased their pitching prowess despite the setback, while the upcoming games against St. Thomas and the Air Force Academy present opportunities for the team to bounce back and secure wins.